At just 18 years old, Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal is making a significant impact on global advertising, with major brands like Adidas and American Eagle featuring him prominently in Times Square. His growing commercial appeal is attributed to his potential as a future global icon, connecting with Generation Z and projecting authenticity.
A coalition of US state attorneys general has launched an investigation into ChatGPT developer OpenAI, seeking documents on its policies, data handling, and interactions with minors and elderly users. This follows a previous letter warning developers of potential liability for AI-driven criminal activity.
LG Electronics is developing a new digital advertising platform using its own layer-2 blockchain network in collaboration with Arbitrum. The platform aims to streamline ad placement, buying, and selling by removing intermediaries. LG completed a pilot and is considering a market launch later this year.
One Nation's fundraising campaign 'Fire the Liar' received extensive, potentially free, front-page coverage from the Daily Telegraph, while its claimed $2.7m donation figure remains unverified. Meanwhile, AI-generated errors in Nine newspapers and a controversial cartoon in the Age and Sydney Morning Herald highlight media controversies.
A global survey reveals 66% of people with diabetes (PwD) report significant emotional health impacts, highlighting the need for holistic support beyond disease treatment, incorporating public education, workplace accommodations, and integrated medical technologies.
ITV anticipates the World Cup will be its most profitable sports broadcast, projecting advertising revenues 30% higher than Euro 2024. The expanded tournament offers six weeks of high viewership, attracting a diverse range of advertisers, including tech giants and new entrants to TV advertising.
ITV anticipates the World Cup will be its most profitable sports broadcast, projecting significant advertising revenue. The expanded tournament offers a "six-week summer Super Bowl moment" for advertisers, attracting new brands and premium ad slots.
Hồ Gia Hoàng, a Vietnamese student, won a prestigious US advertising award for his project inspired by Vietnamese culture. After studying and working in the US, he plans to return to Vietnam to create meaningful community campaigns.
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) in Hong Kong is implementing a "through-train" model linking kindergartens to primary schools, guaranteeing students a continuous educational path from age 3 to 18. This aims to reduce parental stress in the competitive admissions landscape.
TV rights holders are frustrated by Fifa's lack of clarity on the duration of the World Cup final's half-time show, impacting advertising sales. The show, featuring Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, could extend the interval significantly beyond the standard 15 minutes.
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority has banned an advert for Beauty Pie's C-Wave Light Facial LED mask, stating the company failed to provide sufficient evidence for its claim that the product is clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks.
BBB National Programs' National Advertising Division (NAD) is referring prediction market platform Kalshi to regulatory authorities after the company declined to participate in an inquiry into its social media advertising practices.
Chinese companies are openly advertising services to help businesses circumvent EU tariffs on low-cost imports. Practices include establishing manufacturing in 'gateway countries' like Morocco or modifying products to avoid classification. The EU's anti-fraud office (OLAF) is investigating, and the European Commission is expected to propose strengthening trade defence measures.
HKUST's Master of Public Management program emphasizes judgment, not coding, as the key skill for leaders navigating the AI era. The program targets mid-career professionals, integrating AI literacy across the curriculum to address ethical tensions and public interest.
Nine US House Democrats have asked the FTC to investigate prediction markets for potentially misleading advertising, contrasting their public-facing gambling-like language with their claims to regulators as financial tools. They seek information on potential enforcement actions.
Unite union alleges PeopleCert, owner of City & Guilds, has been dishonest about plans to cut ~400 UK jobs, withholding info and hiring externally. Investigations are ongoing into the controversial sale and executive bonuses.
Hong Kong is boosting efforts to make its Northern Metropolis a hub for ASEAN businesses looking to access the Greater Bay Area. A delegation of diplomats and business leaders from Southeast Asia toured the development zone, highlighting opportunities in innovation, technology, and logistics.
Internal documents reveal South Australia's Electoral Commission (ECSA) blamed TAFE SA for publicity failures in the inaugural First Nations Voice election, leading to low voter awareness. Despite feedback, improvements for the second election were minimal, with low turnout persisting.
Silicon Valley is experiencing an AI boom with massive compensation for tech talent, but beneath the surface lies anxiety about job automation and potential economic disparity. The article explores the global implications, with Europe, Africa, and Latin America lagging behind, while India and China face unique challenges in harnessing AI's potential and managing its societal impact.
Hungary's new government, led by Péter Magyar, plans to introduce a wealth tax on the country's richest individuals. This move aims to address wealth inequality and fund public services, targeting oligarchs who benefited from the previous Orbán era.
Student projects addressing Tuen Mun River pollution, biodegradable packaging from waste, and Cantonese language learning for mainland students were recognized at the Seek Our Ways Ideation Programme in Hong Kong.
Disney's Rita Ferro, president of global advertising, is central to the media industry's shift towards valuing advertising. With a 29-year tenure, she leads sales across Disney's diverse platforms, emphasizing "One Disney" and "fandom" as key strategies.
Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sönmez injured her leg during a French Open doubles match after tripping over an advertising sign while chasing a ball, leading to her withdrawal from the competition.
Delhi High Court rules Google liable for trademark infringement, awarding ₹3 million to Hindware for allowing rivals to use its trademark as keywords in AdWords, sparking debate on Google's advertising practices.
